Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Specialist Demolition & Construction Services UK
Thompsons of Prudhoe, established in 1948, is a family-owned specialist demolition and construction services provider with over 75 years of industry experience. We deliver comprehensive solutions including demolition, asbestos removal, earthworks, site reclamation, and aggregate supply across the UK. Our team of 330+ employees combines technical expertise with a commitment to QHSE excellence, evidenced by ISO certifications and memberships in leading industry bodies. We prioritise workforce development, invest in advanced equipment, and maintain a 97% recycling rate to support sustainable project delivery.With six quarries in northern England and a strategic partnership at the Port of Blyth, we offer end-to-end services from initial consultation to site handover. Our award-winning approach addresses complex industrial, commercial, and residential projects while maintaining strong community ties through local employment and environmental stewardship.
Services
Demolition
Asbestos Removal
Earthworks
Site Reclamation
Aggregate Supply
Industrial Dismantling
Quarrying
Contaminated Land Remediation
Onshore Decommissioning
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 75+ years' experience in demolition and construction services
- ISO-certified quality, health, safety, and environmental management systems
- In-house team of 330+ experienced professionals with specialist equipment
- 97%+ material recycling rate demonstrating environmental commitment
- Strategic Port of Blyth partnership for onshore oil & gas decommissioning
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- ISO 50001
- National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC)
- Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA)
Services
Demolition & Deconstruction
Thompsons of Prudhoe provides comprehensive demolition services for industrial, commercial, and residential structures. Our turnkey solutions include site preparation, hazardous material removal, and recycling. With 75 years' experience and ISO-certified safety protocols, we handle projects from small-scale clearances to multi-million-pound complex demolitions. Our fleet of specialist equipment and 330+ trained professionals ensure safe, cost-effective delivery across the UK.
Asbestos Removal
As licensed asbestos removal contractors with ARCA membership, we safely manage asbestos-containing materials in various environments. Our HSE-certified teams follow strict protocols for surveying, containment, removal, and disposal. We provide independent certification post-removal and integrate services with demolition projects. With decades of experience, we handle both routine and emergency asbestos remediation across industrial, commercial, and residential sectors.
Earthworks
Our earthworks division undertakes bulk excavation, cut-and-fill operations, and site preparation for construction projects. With modern plant equipment and GPS-controlled machinery, we deliver engineered building platforms and utility corridor installations. Services include aggregate supply, muckaway, and environmental compliance. Our 90+ HGV fleet supports nationwide projects, with expertise in working near live infrastructure while maintaining ISO 14001 environmental standards.
Onshore Decommissioning
Specialising in decommissioning high-hazard industrial sites, we handle oil & gas terminals, petrochemical plants, and nuclear facilities. Our Port of Blyth facility processes offshore structures with NORM treatment capabilities. We provide complete dismantling, waste management, and recycling services under ISO-certified QHSE systems. Projects include gas holder decommissioning and COMAH site remediation, supported by specialist engineering and 500-tonne lifting capacity.
Quarrying & Aggregates
Operating six quarries across northern England, we supply crushed rock, sand, gravel, and agricultural lime for construction and agriculture. Our 20+ HGV fleet delivers materials nationwide while offering backloading for waste removal. Products include Type 1 sub-base, pipe bedding aggregates, and soil conditioners. With environmental permits for inert waste processing, we produce recycled aggregates meeting construction specifications while reducing carbon footprint through efficient logistics.
Questions
What types of demolition projects do you handle?
We manage industrial, commercial, and residential demolition projects of all scales, including high-hazard sites like petrochemical plants and nuclear facilities.
Are you licensed for asbestos removal?
Yes, we hold a full asbestos removal licence from the Health & Safety Executive and are long-standing ARCA members.
Do you offer nationwide services?
Our services operate throughout the UK with six quarries in northern England and decommissioning capabilities at the Port of Blyth.
What sustainability measures do you implement?
We achieve 97%+ recycling rates through material reclamation and maintain ISO 14001-certified environmental management systems.
Can you handle oil & gas decommissioning?
Yes, we partner with the Port of Blyth to provide onshore decommissioning solutions for offshore oil & gas structures.
